Self-medication practice as an alternative to treating patients who need an emergency dental care: the realities of today

Abstract

Dental diseases are quite common in our society. At the same time, the symptoms of dental pathology are varied. This may be a carious cavity or discoloration of the tooth, bad breath, bleeding gums, tooth mobility, calculus, soft tissue swelling, etc. Any of these conditions require professional intervention, which may be in the form of emergency or palliative care. Pain in its different manifestations is still in the first place among the complaints of dental patients. It creates discomfort and requires emergency care. In addition, this symptom is often accompanied by a certain fear of dental intervention, conscious or forced postponement of the visit as well as self-medication practice to eliminate the problem.